*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only.This article was written by Pete Lomas (T1D) and medically reviewed by Rachael Baker, BNg, CDE, MNgPrac Last updated on 01/02/24. Have you ever heard of the ideas “Loop in diabetes” or “DIY Looping” ? ‘I’m not a “Looper” but I […]

When it comes to your CGM there is nothing more frustrating than having it stop working or having it fall off before it runs out. While there is nothing in our power that can be done regarding the CGM’s technical aspects, there are few things that you can do to help expand your sensor lifespan. […]

*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. This article was written by Pete Lomas (T1D) and medically reviewed by Rachael Baker, BNg, CDE, MNgPrac Last updated on 08/02/24.   I’ve been wearing a Freestyle Libre for over 5 years now and I can say unequivocally that this […]

Did you know that it is twice as likely to develop an eating disorder when having type 1 diabetes? In our latest T1Dialogues episode we had the pleasure to meet Sara Mobäck. We talked to Sara about diabetes and eating disorders. She was diagnosed with Anorexia a few years ago and she is am a board member of Diabulimia Helpline. https://youtu.be/6m8dWVRfv9c […]

*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. This article was written by Adil Maqbool, MD and medically reviewed by Rachael Baker, BNg, CDE, MNgPrac Last medically updated on 14/12/23.   Wondering about the key differences between Freestyle Libre 1 (known also as Freestyle Libre 14 day System) and the newly unveiled […]

Our guest this month is Dana Roseman. Dana is a Certified Diabetes Care & Education Specialist and Registered Dietitian. She holds certifications in insulin pump therapy and obesity interventions for adults. It was such a pleasure speaking to Dana. Not only is she full of great insights when it comes to diabetes management but she also […]

*Disclaimer: All content and information in this blog is for informational and educational purposes only. This article was written by Pete Lomas (T1D) and medically reviewed by Rachael Baker, BNg, CDE, MNgPrac Last updated on 01/02/24. If you’re trying to decide between Dexcom G6 and Freestyle Libre, you’re in the right place! As someone living […]

Our latest podcast guest is Jack Trigger who has a very impressive background. But probably the most exciting part is his love for sailing. He started sailing when he was 6. He’s a solo offshore sailor learning to pursue his passion while managing his diabetes as well.Jack has a very impressive and inspiring mindset. Listen […]

This month we’re joined by Kate Hall Kate Hall-Harnden who was diagnosed with type one diabetes at age 10. She took control from day one when she told the nurse that she was going to give herself her first-ever shot of insulin. Kate was never afraid of having diabetes and all that it entailed, but […]

This month we’re joined by Greta Ehlers who has been living with type one diabetes since the age of 9 and founded her Instagram account @gretastypeone to raise more awareness about this chronic condition. On her Instagram, Greta shares personal aspects of everyday life with type one diabetes as well as research and scientific facts about […]

Our guest this month, Dr. Gretchen Good, is a senior lecturer in Disability and Rehabilitation Studies at Massey University in New Zealand. Her teaching and research focus on diabetes, vision impairment and blindness, disability advocacy, and disasters and disability. Mum to two young children who both live with complex disabilities, Gretchen has lived with type […]

In this month’s episode, we will have a captivating talk with Dr. David Ahn, Endocrinologist and Program Director of the Mary & Dick Allen Diabetes Center in Newport Beach, California. Dr. Ahn’s passion for Endocrinology and diabetes technology was first kindled after reviewing the first iPhone-compatible glucose meter as an editor for iMedicalApps.com. He is […]

Our dialogues series got a revamp!  Keeping the interesting topics and our amazing guests, our beloved series “The Dialogues” is changing its name to “The T1Dialogues”!  To kick off with the brand-new name, we have Saro Arakelians over for a delightful chat. With over 10 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry, Saro is providing […]

Happy New Year everybody!  We kick off our year with a delightful talk with Christel Oerum. Living with type 1 diabetes since 1997, Christel is the author of the diabetes book “Fit With Diabetes” and the main content creator on Diabetes Strong. Tune in to discover  Christel’s adventure and the motivation behind Diabetes Strong.   […]

Follow our lovely talk with Renza, diabetes advocate, and activist, who is promoting a person-centered approach to healthcare. As a Program Manager for Type 1 Diabetes and Communities at Diabetes Australia, our discussion will revolve around mental health and the stigma associated with diabetes. Find out more about how media behavior with diabetes is affecting […]

Board-certified in internal medicine, pediatrics, and adult endocrinology, our guest for this episode, Dr. Calvin Wu is currently the lead endocrinologist at Steady Health, a completely virtual full-service diabetes clinic. Dive in for an in-depth talk about the healthcare system and how the integration of technology can create a better experience for patients and providers […]

Type 1 diabetics are always told that exercise can help them control blood glucose levels, but what most healthcare practitioners fail to explain is how to manage blood glucose while performing different types of activity. Having good glucose levels during your workouts will massively improve your mental wellbeing, confidence, and overall happiness. To understand how […]

In this episode, happy-go-lucky Jackson, with a different take on life and diabetes thanks to growing up in a family of T1Ds, is taking us on his crazy journey with diabetes. Find out how within a time frame of 2 years, more than a quarter of Jackson’s family discovered they have diabetes. Moreover, Jackson is […]